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Center console

Function

Page

Charge level gauge

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Energy status gauge

Air conditioning with
climate control

Radio

Drawer

Central locking switch

Hazard warning flasher
switch

Restarting TPMS button

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Function

Page

Central unlocking switch

Storage tray*

Gear selector lever

Starter switch

Parking brake lever

Coin holder

Retractable soft top
switch

cabriolet only.

Center console

>> At a glance.

* optional

Summary of Contents for fortwo cabriolet

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual smart fortwo coup and smart fortwo cabriolet...

Page 2: ...ly from the actual equipment of your vehicle G WARNING Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Highlights hazards that may...

Page 3: ...characteristics we strongly recommend that you service and maintain the vehicle only at authorized smart service facilities A list of service facilities is available by calling smart Customer Assista...

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Page 5: ...Index 4 Introduction 12 At a glance 17 Safety 27 Controls 49 Operation 95 Practical hints 137 Technical data 183 Contents 3...

Page 6: ...tion pressure Air pressure tires 121 Air vents 84 Anticorrosion antifreeze 191 192 Antiglare Interior rear view mirror 59 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti theft systems 47 Electronic immobilizer 47...

Page 7: ...ding water Defroster Rear window 86 Windshield 86 Department of Transportation see DOT Direction of rotation tires 114 Door control panel 25 Door handles 25 Doors Locking unlocking from outside 51 Ope...

Page 8: ...see GVWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight 121 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 121 H Halogen headlamps see Headlamps Hazard warning flasher 64 Headlamps Daytime running lamp mode 62 High beam flasher 63 High...

Page 9: ...Drive diagnostics 145 EPS 142 ESP 142 High beam headlamps 143 High voltage battery 143 Low beam headlamps 144 Low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale 145 Overview kilometers 23 Overview miles 21...

Page 10: ...king brake 74 Parking lamps 152 Parts service 184 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Passenger front air bag 34 Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 2...

Page 11: ...80 Service life tires 114 Side marker lamps 152 Sidewall tires 122 Side windows Operation 72 Signs and labels 186 Snow chains 123 Snow tires see Winter tires Soft top system 66 Cleaning the soft top...

Page 12: ...s on tire inflation pressure 106 Inflation pressure 107 Information placard 110 Inspection 114 Labeling 116 Load rating 122 Ply composition and material used 122 Problems under overinflation 107 Retre...

Page 13: ...icle washing see Vehicle care W Warning signals Brake pads 149 Door 148 Lighting 148 Parking 149 Parking brake 148 Seat belt reminder system 140 148 Warranty coverage 184 Warranty information 12 Washe...

Page 14: ...anual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty Your...

Page 15: ...ore times and you have directly notified Daimler Vehicle Innovations USA LLC in writing of the need for its repair 2 the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category 1...

Page 16: ...accessible roadside location as determined by our authorized technician and tow service provider For additional information refer to the smart Roadside Assistance Program brochure USA or the Warranty...

Page 17: ...eels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride dist...

Page 18: ...ation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer o...

Page 19: ...At a glance Exterior view 18 Cockpit 19 Instrument cluster miles 20 Instrument cluster kilometers 22 Center console 24 Overhead control panel 25 Door control panel 25 Drive system 26...

Page 20: ...iew mirrors 58 C Service flap 101 Battery coolant 102 Windshield washer fluid 103 D Windshield wipers 65 Wiper blades 157 Function Page E Windshield Defrosting 86 Wiping with windshield washer fluid 6...

Page 21: ...d control panel 25 D Radio 81 E Center console switches 24 F Coin holder 89 Retractable soft top switch1 68 Function Page G Gear selector lever 75 H Starter switch 55 I Auxiliary power outlet 93 J Sto...

Page 22: ...ng lamp display 21 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 81 Setting digital clock 78 Multifunction display 76 A Center indicator and warning lamp display 21 B Selecting display for status indicato...

Page 23: ...nostics indicator lamp 145 D ABS indicator lamp 139 E Brake warning lamp 139 F Drive diagnostics warning lamp 145 Function Page G Coolant temperature warning lamp 144 H N High voltage battery warning...

Page 24: ...arning lamp display 23 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 81 Setting digital clock 78 Multifunction display 76 A Center indicator and warning lamp display 23 B Selecting display for status indi...

Page 25: ...ics indicator lamp 145 D ABS indicator lamp 139 E J Brake warning lamp 139 F Drive diagnostics warning lamp 145 Function Page G Coolant temperature warning lamp 144 H N High voltage battery warning la...

Page 26: ...90 B Central locking switch 51 C Hazard warning flasher switch 64 D Restarting TPMS button 108 Function Page E Central unlocking switch 51 F Storage tray 90 G Gear selector lever 75 H Starter switch...

Page 27: ...Switching interior lighting on off 64 Interior rear view mirror 59 Door control panel Function Page Inside door handle 52 Adjusting exterior rear view mirrors 58 Opening and closing passenger side wi...

Page 28: ...Drive system Function Page High voltage battery 96 170 Charge socket 98 High voltage charger Electric motor A Transmission 75 26 Drive system At a glance...

Page 29: ...Safety Occupant safety 28 Panic alarm 43 Driving safety systems 44 Anti theft systems 47...

Page 30: ...you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle The restraint systems are RSeat belts Y page 29 RChild restraints Y page 41 Additional protection potential...

Page 31: ...it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact your local authorized electric drive smart center Seat belts The use of seat belts and infant and child r...

Page 32: ...t in serious injuries in case of an accident REach occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents in...

Page 33: ...p Y page 141 G WARNING Once they have been triggered Emergency Tensioning Devices will no longer function properly and must be replaced smart recommends that you visit a qualified workshop to have thi...

Page 34: ...r RDo not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard RKeep hands on the outside of the steering wheel rim Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potentia...

Page 35: ...not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear RDo not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts RNo modifications of any kind may be made to any components or...

Page 36: ...Rnever in the event of a rollover unless high vehicle deceleration in the longitudinal direction is detected i The front air bags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages This allo...

Page 37: ...be deployed 2 Always sit as upright as possible properly use the seat belts and for all children 12 years old or under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat rec...

Page 38: ...f the child 3 Always wear seat belts properly G WARNING Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by smart for your vehicle model A seat cover must have a deployment control seam for th...

Page 39: ...weight sensor readings from the passenger seat the system does also deactivate Rhead thorax air bag cabriolet Rthe window curtain air bag coup Rthe thorax pelvis side air bag coup Rthe seat Emergency...

Page 40: ...illuminate for approximately 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on and then goes out indicating that the passenger front air bag is activated If the 4 0 indicator lamp is illuminated the passeng...

Page 41: ...ivated i Deployment of the driver front air bag does not mean that the passenger front air bag also should have deployed The Occupant Classification System may have determined Rthat the seat was empty...

Page 42: ...ssenger seat More information can be found in the Practical hints section Y page 147 G WARNING Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness of...

Page 43: ...ies and all Canadian provinces and territories Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer s ins...

Page 44: ...he seat as far back as possible use a proper child restraint recommended for the age size and weight of the child and secure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the child seat ma...

Page 45: ...int system and tighten top tether strap A according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions G WARNING After installing top tether straps make sure the seat backrests are in an upright posit...

Page 46: ...ditions and keep a safe distance to other road users and objects on the street i In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the ABS the hydraulic brake assistant and the ESP is only achieved wit...

Page 47: ...opriate wheel and by limiting the power output the ESP works to stabilize the vehicle The ESP is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces The ESP also stabilizes the ve...

Page 48: ...orded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The hydraulic brake assistant cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following...

Page 49: ...y relevant work and work on safety relevant systems such as the RBS Anti theft systems Electronic immobilizer The electronic immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle When l...

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Page 51: ...s 56 Mirrors 58 Seat belts 59 Lighting 61 Windshield wipers 65 Soft top system cabriolet only 66 Side windows 72 Driving and parking 72 Transmission 75 Instrument cluster 76 Radio 81 Air conditioning...

Page 52: ...y X If you do not have a spare transmitter battery at hand use the key to open the driver s door and the charge socket flap Y page 149 i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Ope...

Page 53: ...y within approximately 60 seconds of unlocking with the key if neither the driver s nor passenger door is opened To prevent an inadvertent lockout never leave your key lying in the vehicle Drive lock...

Page 54: ...hen conditions are safe to do so X Pull on inside door handle With the driver s door open a warning signal sounds if the exterior lamps are switched on and the ignition is switched off Opening the upp...

Page 55: ...d fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate s Be especially careful when small children are around X Swivel the lower tailgate upwards to close Allow the two release le...

Page 56: ...ft 15 meters Take care that you do not open your vehicle s retractable soft top inadvertently Opening the tailgate on the cabriolet X Press button on the key twice X Pull the release handle in handle...

Page 57: ...result in an accident and or serious personal injury Starter switch positions Starter switch g For removing key 1 Ignition power supply for all electrical consumers and driving position All lamps exce...

Page 58: ...n holding the steering wheel RAdjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The position should be as far back as possible with th...

Page 59: ...le when the desired seating position is reached When you hear an audible click the seat is again fixed into place X Check for proper engagement before driving Seat height The seat guide is inclined in...

Page 60: ...lp to prevent stored objects in the cargo compartment from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior re...

Page 61: ...to starter switch position 0 Interior rear view mirror X Adjusting the mirror Manually move the interior rear view mirror up down left or right to the desired setting X Selecting the antiglare positio...

Page 62: ...t the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck causing serious or even fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as uprigh...

Page 63: ...ations to seat belts This could impair the effectiveness of the seat belts Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protecti...

Page 64: ...r lamp M in the instrument cluster comes on The following lamps also come on RTail and parking lamps RLicense plate lamps RSide marker lamps Daytime running lamp mode Canada only In Canada the daytime...

Page 65: ...drive system is active and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L the manual headlamp mode has priority over the LED daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y...

Page 66: ...he key The vehicle is locked The interior lamps come on and then go out again after 12 seconds When returning to the vehicle X Press button on the key either once or twice The vehicle is either select...

Page 67: ...le illustration coup X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 X Switching on Turn the wiper switch to position 2 or 3 depending on the intensity of the rain Do not operate the windshield wi...

Page 68: ...blades wipe with windshield washer fluid periodically even when it is raining Single wipe X Pull the wiper switch briefly in direction of arrow The windshield wipers wipe one time with windshield wash...

Page 69: ...ucts when using an automatic car wash Only drive with the retaining clips closed as exhaust fumes could otherwise reach the vehicle s interior Please keep in mind that weather conditions can sometimes...

Page 70: ...e key for approximately two seconds The retractable soft top opens completely Opening from the inside X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 X Press symbol on the retractable soft top swi...

Page 71: ...e retractable soft top has opened completely X Release retractable soft top switch or button on the key X Press symbol on the retractable soft top switch once more until the rear soft top has folded d...

Page 72: ...ft X Close the storage compartment cover X Press on the PRESS marking in the middle of the storage compartment cover until it engages audibly G WARNING Always close the storage compartment cover prope...

Page 73: ...up at position B and is not pinched X Push the side rail at rear end C downwards until it audibly engages into place twice X Install the side rail on the other side in the same manner Make sure the s...

Page 74: ...power windows are on the driver s door In addition there is a switch for the passenger side on the passenger door Side window driver s door Side window passenger door X Make sure the key is in starte...

Page 75: ...rse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avoid damaging the transmission You can drive in reverse gear at a speed of up to 9 mph 15 km h X Depress the brake pedal X Move the gear select...

Page 76: ...the gear selector lever in all positions except park position P Also when parked on an incline park position P alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving possibly hitting people or objects Always...

Page 77: ...ignition switched on Switching off the drive system G WARNING Do not turn off the drive system before the vehicle has come to a complete stop With the drive system not running there is no power assist...

Page 78: ...essure to the accelerator pedal After approximately one second the hill start assist system stops braking the vehicle which then can roll backwards If you open the driver s door within this time the h...

Page 79: ...lay illumination see Adjusting instrument cluster illumination Y page 81 Main odometer display Example illustration U S vehicles i Canada vehicles The main odometer display shows km instead of miles T...

Page 80: ...is available when eight segments are shown Digital clock Example illustration U S vehicles i Canada vehicles The digital clock shows a 24 h clock instead of a 12 h clock The time can only be set as l...

Page 81: ...tead of F The outside temperature display appears in the multifunction display continuously A change of the outside temperature will be displayed with delay Freeze warning Canada vehicles only When th...

Page 82: ...ing on the ignition RDays or distance to next maintenance service This information will be displayed instead of the main odometer display The main odometer display will reappear after approximately te...

Page 83: ...energy is converted into electrical energy by energy recovery and stored in the high voltage battery Do not hang any objects on the energy status gauge This could cause the energy status gauge to be...

Page 84: ...nt vehicle functions thereby endangering the operating safety of your vehicle and thus your own safety and that of other people The smart entry line radio contains the following functions RRadio FM AM...

Page 85: ...ir conditioning only works when the ignition and the blower are switched on Maximum effectiveness is achieved if you drive with the windows closed If the operating temperature of the high voltage batt...

Page 86: ...e high voltage battery Setting the temperature Control panel Y page 84 i You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments preferably starting at 70 21 X Increasing or decreasing P...

Page 87: ...towards the center console X Closing Turn slider or fully outwards towards the side window Side air vents Side air vents on driver s side illustrated as example Left side air vent adjustable Left sid...

Page 88: ...ture control A fully up Rear window defroster The rear window defroster serves to de ice the rear window quickly and clear the view if the rear window is fogged The rear window defroster uses a large...

Page 89: ...tion Ran accident G WARNING Do not place any objects on the mounted cargo compartment cover blind Vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of Rhard...

Page 90: ...n top mounting or bottom mounting in the left hand side paneling and release handle X Cargo compartment cover blind engages X Pull parcel net bag A down slightly and secure with the hook and loop fast...

Page 91: ...rection Ran accident Do not store objects under the driver s seat Objects stored under the driver s seat can slide forward into driver s foot well during braking and get caught between or beneath the...

Page 92: ...the cones on the center console until it engages audibly X Removing Press levers simultaneously towards the storage tray X Pull storage tray away from the center console X Opening Pull handle X Closi...

Page 93: ...causing injury to vehicle occupants G WARNING To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put luggage or cargo in the cargo co...

Page 94: ...when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo RAlways place items being carried against seat backrests and fasten them as securely as possible RThe heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kep...

Page 95: ...ng accessories to the auxiliary power outlet for example extensive connecting and disconnecting or using plugs that do not fit properly can damage the auxiliary power outlet The auxiliary power outlet...

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Page 97: ...Operation High voltage battery 96 Engine compartment 99 Front compartment 101 Tires and wheels 104 Winter driving 123 Driving instructions 124 Driving abroad 129 Vehicle care 130...

Page 98: ...n safety relevant systems Do not attempt any repairs or to remove the high voltage battery of the drive system G WARNING The high voltage battery of the drive system is located under the vehicle s und...

Page 99: ...very low temperatures The performance display in the instrument cluster Y page 78 indicates the power that is currently available Online access to the vehicle At vehicle delivery you will receive the...

Page 100: ...s depending on the temperature Removing the charging cable The battery is charged completely when the indicator in the charge level gauge is at 100 Y page 81 Make sure the charging cable has been disc...

Page 101: ...rtment cover Open the engine compartment cover to check the drive system coolant and if necessary to add drive system coolant X Engage the parking brake X Move the gear selector lever to park position...

Page 102: ...system coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze To check the drive system coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the drive system must have cooled down For more...

Page 103: ...ive which is located just below the service flap G WARNING Make sure the service flap is locked while driving Otherwise the service flap could become detached and pose a hazard to you or others Check...

Page 104: ...re do not unscrew the cap before the drive system has cooled down Wait for a cooling period of at least 30 minutes Otherwise you could be seriously burned if hot coolant escapes The battery coolant is...

Page 105: ...her reservoir The recommended minimum filling level is 1 06 US qt 1 0 l X Remove the service flap and insert it on the front of the vehicle Y page 101 The windshield washer reservoir is located in the...

Page 106: ...mmediately Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem X Remove the service flap and insert it on the front of the vehicle Y page 101 The brake fluid reservoir is located in the front co...

Page 107: ...e vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire Modifications to the brake system and wheels and the use o...

Page 108: ...listed on Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Keeping the tires properly inflated provides the best handling tread life and riding comfort In addition to the Tire and L...

Page 109: ...on pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and energy consumption of the vehicle and are more likely to fail from being overh...

Page 110: ...s case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers G WARNING Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressur...

Page 111: ...nauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the followin...

Page 112: ...potholes etc i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressu...

Page 113: ...imit data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the following illustration Refer to Tire and Loading Information placard on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle The...

Page 114: ...amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXXX amount equals 540 lbs and there will be one 150 lbs passenger in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity...

Page 115: ...nd on the driver s door B pillar see Technical data Y page 186 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR means The total weight of the vehicle all occupants and all cargo must never exceed the GVWR Gross Axle...

Page 116: ...splits in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions Life of tire G WARNING Tires should be replaced after 6 years regardless of the remaining tread The ser...

Page 117: ...vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear Trac...

Page 118: ...t under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Rotating tires G WARNING Do...

Page 119: ...assenger car tire based on U S design standards Letter LT preceding the size designation Light Truck tire based on U S design standards Letter T preceding the size designation Temporary spare tires wh...

Page 120: ...of the tires Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and possibly resulting in an accident and or personal injury and poss...

Page 121: ...king i on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the Rubber Association of Canada RAC and have been designed...

Page 122: ...mation on retreaded tires Y page 104 Tire size Code indicates the tire size Tire type code Tire type code may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significan...

Page 123: ...Department of Transportation GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle...

Page 124: ...he portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Identification Number Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other...

Page 125: ...be replaced They are no longer suitable for winter operation Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45 7 and whenever wintry road conditions prevail Not all M S rated tires provide special win...

Page 126: ...you being injured by the vehicles behind you G WARNING The vehicle s handling changes when driving with snow chains on any kind of road surface This means that you should always adapt your driving sty...

Page 127: ...down long and steep grades do not depress the brake pedal permanently Depress it in intervals instead to reduce the vehicle speed G WARNING Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive an...

Page 128: ...nded by smart G WARNING If other than recommended brake pads are installed or other than recommended brake fluid is used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe br...

Page 129: ...affect your ability to steer or brake and may cause you to lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up...

Page 130: ...roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering maneuvers For information on driving with snow chains see Snow chains Y page 123 Road salts and chemicals can adversely...

Page 131: ...d on Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electronic system possibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal injury Radio transmitters such as a mobile phone or a citizens ba...

Page 132: ...at least twice a year e g in the spring and autumn G WARNING Many cleaning products can be hazardous Some are poisonous others are flammable Always follow the instructions on the particular container...

Page 133: ...e selected vehicle care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology You can obtain smart approved vehicle care prod...

Page 134: ...a clean color fast cloth Clean cloth with lukewarm water leather care product Leather care product Windows Damp clean cloth microfiber cloth glass cleaner Microfiber cloth glass cleaner To avoid dama...

Page 135: ...Rinse with plenty of water X Treat the cleaned surface with hard wax Vehicle washing In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the vehicle underbody do...

Page 136: ...ark the vehicle e g in a garage or under a tree Rthe season Rweather and environmental influences Rectifying paintwork damage You can use a touch up paint pen to repair minimal stone chip damage and s...

Page 137: ...cleaner X Dry clean the vehicle first X Wash the soft top off using a soft brush or sponge and plenty of lukewarm water X Then rinse thoroughly with clear water i If you have the vehicle cleaned in a...

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Page 139: ...l I find 138 What to do if 138 Unlocking locking manually 149 Replacing transmitter battery 150 Replacing bulbs 151 Replacing wiper blades 157 Flat tire 159 Wheel change 166 Batteries 168 Jump startin...

Page 140: ...f a breakdown caused by a flat tire read through the section flat tire carefully When using the tire repair kit follow the instructions in this section Failure to follow these instructions can result...

Page 141: ...ty and extending the braking distance When the ABS is switched off due to a malfunction the ESP is also switched off The basic driving and braking functions are still available The risk of your vehicl...

Page 142: ...telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds after starting the drive system X Fasten your seat belts 7 The seat belt telltale illuminates constantly An additional warning chime sounds for...

Page 143: ...on the ignition or does not go out again after a few seconds once the drive system is running or comes on again the supplemental restraint systems are malfunctioning In the event that a malfunction of...

Page 144: ...available or not operational due to a system failure Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and the non operating status of the ESP i It may be possible to clear a system failu...

Page 145: ...lamp comes on while driving There may be a malfunction in the high voltage system Contact an authorized electric drive smart center immediately and have the high voltage system checked The yellow cha...

Page 146: ...s checked at an authorized electric drive smart center The turn signal indicator lamp s flashes at double frequency One of the turn signals is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y...

Page 147: ...in at least one tire X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers Observe the traffic situation around you X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as requ...

Page 148: ...e pressure even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indi...

Page 149: ...old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat There is a malfunction in the system X Have the system checked at an authorized electric drive smart center G WARNING If the 4 0 i...

Page 150: ...en opening the driver s door You have opened the driver s door while the exterior lighting is still switched on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position A warning signal sounds The door is opened w...

Page 151: ...door and the charge socket flap by unlocking the driver s door using the key The lock cylinder is fitted with a cap X Press button on the key i For replacing the transmitter battery Y page 150 X Remo...

Page 152: ...ock the vehicle using the remote control X Replace the transmitter battery or X Have the transmitter battery replaced at an authorized electric drive smart center G WARNING Batteries contain poisonous...

Page 153: ...ow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb Otherwise you could be burned if you touch them Keep bulbs out of the reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you...

Page 154: ...g and side marker lamp WY 5 W Turn signal lamp 2357 A Side turn signal lamp Type Side turn signal lamp WY 5 W Rear lamps Tail lamp unit Type Brake lamp tail lamp turn signal lamp side marker lamp 12 V...

Page 155: ...page 101 Left headlamp right headlamp in reverse Parking and side marker lamp bulb X Removing Driver s side Turn bulb socket toward the outside Passenger side Turn bulb socket toward the outside X Pul...

Page 156: ...cover Front turn signal lamp bulb X Removing Turn bulb socket counterclockwise by a quarter of turn and pull it out of the headlamp housing X Press gently onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise X...

Page 157: ...s example Retaining tab Electrical connector X Press retaining tab in the center of the bulb carrier upwards X Pull the bulb carrier out of the tail lamp housing Left bulb carrier with bulb sockets ri...

Page 158: ...corresponding license plate lamp unit at jacking point X Carefully unclip the license plate lamp unit X Detach electrical connectors X Remove bulb X Insert the new bulb X Attach electrical connectors...

Page 159: ...ditions and could cause an accident Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the windshield wiper tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do n...

Page 160: ...arrow until it disengages from its mounting X Detach wiper blade X Installing Push the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until you feel it engage X Fold the wiper blade into a position parallel to t...

Page 161: ...of your vehicle it will be equipped with version 1 or version 2 of the tire repair kit Please make sure to refer to the description of the tire repair kit in your vehicle before sealing a tire The ti...

Page 162: ...ity for driving contact the nearest authorized electric drive smart center for assistance or call Roadside Assistance G WARNING Please review the instructions below for using the tire repair kit If yo...

Page 163: ...ry power outlet Y page 93 X Insert the key in the starter switch and turn it to position 1 i The vehicle s 12 volt battery is drained by use of the electric air pump You should therefore keep the driv...

Page 164: ...sition 0 X Unscrew the end of filler hose from tire valve G X Plug filler hose with the stopper X Tire sealant container E remains screwed onto flange F X Place the tire repair kit securely in the veh...

Page 165: ...crease stopping distance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Do not overload the tires by exceeding the speci...

Page 166: ...play at least 200 kpa 2 0 bar 29 psi Do not operate the electric air pump longer than ten minutes without interruption Otherwise it may overheat You may operate the electrical air pump again after it...

Page 167: ...t the nearest authorized electric drive smart center or call Roadside Assistance Have the damaged tire replaced X If the tire inflation pressure is at least 130 kPa 1 3 bar 19 psi inflate or deflate t...

Page 168: ...ners are available at any authorized electric drive smart center G WARNING After changing a tire contact an authorized electric drive smart center to make sure the bolts holding the wheel to the car a...

Page 169: ...Prepare the vehicle as described Y page 166 X Make sure the surface is level Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects X Place one wheel choc...

Page 170: ...s resting fully on its own weight X Remove the jack X Tighten the wheel bolts Observe a tightening torque of 80 lb ft 110 Nm G WARNING Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel The whe...

Page 171: ...is fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is f...

Page 172: ...ep this in mind when jacking up the vehicle The vehicle has designated take up brackets for the jack For more information see Y page 167 Only position the jack on the designated take up brackets You m...

Page 173: ...y the batteries Only charge the battery in a well ventilated area There is a risk of acid burns during the charging procedure due to the gases which escape from the battery Do not lean over the batter...

Page 174: ...ow start vehicle It is not possible to tow start the vehicle Attempting to do so may seriously damage the drivetrain which would not be covered by the smart Limited Warranty If the 12 volt battery is...

Page 175: ...ery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack Never invert the terminal connections X Connect positive terminal of charged battery A with positive terminal of your vehicle s battery B with a ju...

Page 176: ...s noticed To prevent damage during transport do not tie down the vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts use only wheel straps to position and hold down the vehicle Improper tie down on a flatbed c...

Page 177: ...ye bolt Never attach a tow cable tow rope or tow rod to the vehicle chassis frame or suspension parts Make sure the gear selector lever is in neutral position N while towing the vehicle Doing otherwis...

Page 178: ...er circuits If a fuse is blown the components and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating G WARNING Only use fuses approved by smart with the specified amperage for the system in question and...

Page 179: ...e chart Y page 179 determine which fuse belongs to the malfunctioning accessory or component X Remove the respective fuse X Replace the defective fuse with a new one of the same amperage Fuses 177 Pra...

Page 180: ...Fuse box Front side Fuse y Backup fuse slots 178 Fuses Practical hints...

Page 181: ...A Neutral Power window left and right 20 A Yellow Passenger compartment blower HVAC 25 A Neutral A B Right parking lamp right tail lamp license plate lamps 7 5 A Brown C Left parking lamp left tail la...

Page 182: ...r window wiper coup only 15 A Blue N ESP control unit EPS control unit restraint systems instrument cluster 10 A Red O On board diagnostics socket electric vehicle control module EVCM tire pressure mo...

Page 183: ...y Exterior rear view mirror heating 7 5 A Brown z Brake lamps 7 5 A Brown LED daytime running lamps 5 A Light brown Seat belt reminder 5 A Light brown High voltage battery charger control unit high v...

Page 184: ...182...

Page 185: ...cal data Parts service 184 Warranty coverage 184 Drive system and high voltage system electronics 184 Identification labels 186 Vehicle specification 187 Rims and tires 188 Service fluids and capaciti...

Page 186: ...aws Lemon Laws USA only Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the smart Parts and Accessories warranties copies of which are available at any authorized electric drive smart center Loss of...

Page 187: ...f Rthere is no external antenna Rthe external antenna is not low reflection Rthe external antenna is incorrectly installed Excessive electromagnetic radiation can damage your health and that of others...

Page 188: ...nd loading information placard driver s door B pillar C VIN lower edge of windshield Certification label X Open the driver s door Certification label on driver s door B pillar i Data shown on the exam...

Page 189: ...ial equipment Main dimensions Overall vehicle length 106 1 in 2695 mm Overall vehicle width9 69 0 in 1752 mm Overall vehicle height 61 6 in 1565 mm Wheelbase 73 5 in 1867 mm Track front 50 5 in 1283 m...

Page 190: ...aracteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available a...

Page 191: ...d their respective lubricants must match Therefore only use products tested and approved by smart Please contact an authorized electric drive smart center for products tested and approved by smart G W...

Page 192: ...electric drive smart center will provide you with additional information Windshield rear window washer system During all seasons X Use a windshield washer concentrate labeled for summer and water for...

Page 193: ...olution or other smart approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level For information on other smart approved products of...

Page 194: ...ficantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a...

Page 195: ...any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment which may in turn result in personal inju...

Page 196: ...4515849982l 4515849982 Order no 6522 0050 13 Part no 451 584 99 82 Edition A 2012 www smart com smart A Daimler brand...

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